AIR FORCEINSTALLATION ID: NJ257182401800

MCGUIRE AIR FORCE BASE

$115M

$115M

The estimated amount of money needed for evaluation and cleanup of hazardous sites at this installation.

Expected Completion Date

2048

The date by which the DOD estimates cleanup of all sites will be complete. Long term monitoring may continue after this date.

89 Hazardous Sites

Below are the locations of hazardous sites associated with this military installation, according to the DOD. A site’s contamination may affect a much larger area, including public and private lands and the water supplies beneath them.

High Risk

Medium Risk

Low Risk

Risk Not Evaluated or Not Required

Response Complete

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Not all sites in the DOD data include location information, so there may be sites listed below that are missing from the map. The risk level of a site refers to a relative risk assessment made by the DOD to prioritize the cleanup of sites.

79 Active Sites

Sites where military cleanup actions are still ongoing. The risk level of a site refers to a relative risk assessment made by the DOD, which prioritizes the cleanup of sites that pose greatest threat to safety, human health, and the environment.

Hazardous Substances

Medium Risk

Contaminated:
Groundwater

Site ID: FT013

FIRE PROTECTION TRN'G AREA 3

Fire/Crash Training Area

Cost

$125K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Sep 2018

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

The primary migratory pathway at FT-13 is through the potential transfer of contaminants from groundwater to surface water. A tributary to South Run is located 100 feet east of the site.
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer.
Contaminants reaching the nearby tributary have the potential of reaching South Run which is accessible to the public.

Hazardous Substances

LANDFILL NO 5

Landfill

Cost

$4.96M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Dec 2018

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2053

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

Groundwater flow data show that contaminants beneath LF-19 flow northeast and discharge into South Run. Thus, the primary pathway of contamination is the migration through leachate into the stream.
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer in the Pinelands region of New Jersey and may potentially be used for drinking water. Portions of South Run are accessible to the public.

Hazardous Substances

LANDFILL NO 6

Landfill

Cost

$5.18M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Dec 2018

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2053

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

The depth to the water table at LF-020 varies from 6 to 15 feet, thus, it is likely that some of the landfill waste is located in the saturated zone. Groundwater flows southwest and discharges into South Run. Thus, the primary pathway of contamination is
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer in the Pinelands region of New Jersey and may potentially be used for drinking water. Portions of South Run are accessible to the public.

Hazardous Substances

LANDFILL NO 2

Landfill

Cost

$5.03M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Sep 2020

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2052

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

North Run is located immediately to the north of the landfill. The primary pathway of contamination is the migration of contaminants through groundwater and ultimate discharge into North Run.
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer. Portions of North Run may also be accessed by the public. This landfill falls outside the McGuire's fenced area.

Hazardous Substances

PESTICIDE WASH AREA

Spill Site Area

Cost

$317K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Mar 2019

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

OT-06 is bordered by a drainage channel which drains ultimately into South Run. The channel has standing or flowing water throughout the year. The primary pathway of contamination is the potential discharge of the drainage channel into South Run. The pest
Surface water in the drainage channel may reach South Run which has public access. Amphibians (frogs) have been found in the drainage ditch. Groundwater in the vicinity is classified as a Class I aquifer.

Hazardous Substances

BOMARC MISSILE LAUNCHER

Spill Site Area

Cost

$6.11M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Dec 2018

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

It has been demonstrated that the TCE groundwater plume has migrated to an area covering 3000 feet in length and 1500 feet in width, encompassing an area of approximately 100 acres.
GW near the site is classified as a Class I aquifer (Pinelands) and may be used for drinking water.TCE has been found in the SW of a nearby stream. Review of available site data shows no GW well downgradient or ecological receptor are presently impacted

Contaminants:
Trichloroethylene (TCE) 477.0 ug/L

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Hazardous Substances

Medium Risk

Contaminated:
Groundwater

Site ID: OT014

NDI SHOP DRAIN FIELD

Surface Impoundment/Lagoon

Cost

$319K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Mar 2020

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

Waste discharges to the drainage field located east of OT-14 in a depressed grassy swale have led to groundwater contamination under the site. Primary migration pathway would be transfer from groundwater to nearby surface waters (and possibly soil to grou
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer. Contamination may reach nearby streams which are accessible to the public and wildlife.

Hazardous Substances

LANDFILL NO 3

Landfill

Cost

$3.62M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Sep 2020

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2052

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

Groundwater beneath the sandy soil of LF-04 flows south toward North Run. The primary pathway of contamination is the potential migration of contaminants through groundwater and leachate to North Run.
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer. North Run may be accessed by the public and flows toward the town of Cookstown, NJ.

Soil: Medium Risk

Hazardous Substances

BULK FUEL STORAGE AREA

Above Ground Storage Tank

Cost

$4.7M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Dec 2018

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

The primary migration pathway of the contamination is transfer from groundwater to the surface waters of a tributary to South Run. The dissolved components of JP-4 has been discharged into the tributary via groundwater.
Groundwater in the area is classified as a Class 1 aquifer. Review of available site data shows no GW well down gradient from the source therefore the RF is limited

Hazardous Substances

AIRCRAFT APRON FUEL LINE BREAK

POL (Petroleum/Oil/Lubricants) Lines

Cost

$4.27M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Dec 2017

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

Large diameter (9-10 feet) concrete storm drains are present beneath the apron. These drains ultimately channel to an outfall to a tributary of South Run (after passing the runway triangle and passenger terminal). It is possible that these structures coul
Groundwater contaminants may migrate to the surface waters of a tributary. Fuel odors have been reported at the outfalls. Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer

Hazardous Substances

SS-40 BUIDING 3401

Spill Site Area

Cost

$6.46M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Mar 2019

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2053

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

Eight VOCs (benzene, chlorobenzen, cis-1,2-dichloroethene, ethylbenzene, toluene, m&p-xylene, o-xylene, and vinyl chloride) and one SVOC, and 17 metals were found to be Constituents of Potential Concern in groundwater.
Groundwater in the area is classified as a Class 1 aquifer.

Hazardous Substances

SS-25 BUILDING 3207. BUILDING 3205, BUILDING 3208

Spill Site Area

Cost

$1.53M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Oct 2018

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

groundwater Class I aquifer, surface soil, precipitation runoff
Groundwater is Class I. Wildlife utilization of the site is expected to be low; consequently, exposure to Contaminants of Primary Concern will be minimal.

Hazardous Substances

BUILDING 2227 LEACH FIELD

Leach Field

Cost

$2M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Oct 2018

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

Groundwater results revealed the following contaminants: Tetrachloroethene (PERC) at a maximum concentration of 13,754 mg/L, 5,265 ug/L of Trichloroethane, 841 ug/L of Dichloroethane, 68 ug/L of Methyl Chloride. The variety of vegetation is limited and a
Groundwater migration in Class I aquifer, surface soil, precipitation runoff

Hazardous Substances

DRMO STORAGE FACILITY

$744K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Sep 2017

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2047

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

Location of the former UST is adjacent to the streambank above North Run. Primary pathway of contamination is potential transfer of groundwater to North Run. Migration of contaminants greater than 100 feet has been confirmed through sampling efforts.
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer. North Run is not a restricted waterway and may be accessed by the public. Fence line around ST-07 no longer exists and access to site is open.

Hazardous Substances

LANDFILL NO 4

Landfill

Cost

$8.27M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Sep 2018

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2052

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

Primary pathways of contamination include leachate from the landfill to the tributary of South Run, seepage to groundwater, and transfer from groundwater to surface waters and sediment.
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer. This landfill is not restricted (no fencing) and is bisected by a public roadway, thus humans have open access to the area.

SS-32 HYDRANT LINE CROSSINGS, UNDRGRND STORM DRAIN

$760K

Jun 2017

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

Groundwater Class I aquifer, surface soil, precipitation runoff
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer.

Contaminants:
Benzene 1900.0 ug/L

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Hazardous Substances

Medium Risk

Contaminated:
Groundwater

Site ID: FT011

FIRE PROTECTION TRN'G AREA 2

Fire/Crash Training Area

Cost

$323K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Mar 2020

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Medium Risk

The primary pathway of contamination at FT-11 is through the potential transfer from groundwater to surface water through nearby drainage areas leading ultimately to off-site streams.
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer. Access to FT-11 is limited to authorized personnel only, thus, potential contact with soil contaminants is minimal.

Hazardous Substances

BOMARC MISSILE SITE MOGAS UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS

Underground Storage Tanks

Cost

$167K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Dec 2018

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

Potential for lead to migrate from groundwater to nearby surface waters is minimal due to low lead solubility.
ST-15 is located within the fenced portion of BOMARC, thus, access to the grounds are somewhat restricted. Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer (Pinelands) and may be used for drinking water.

Contaminants:
Lead 3.1 ug/L

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Hazardous Substances

Low Risk

Contaminated:
Groundwater

Site ID: AT028

FT-28 SUSPECTED FIRE TRAINING AREA 4

Fire/Crash Training Area

Cost

$2.11M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Sep 2020

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2053

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

Groundwater Class I aquifer, surface soil, precipitation runoff
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer.

Contaminants:
Carbon Disulfide 8.0 ug/L

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Hazardous Substances

Low Risk

Contaminated:
GroundwaterSoil

Site ID: WP021

WWTP SLUDGE DISPOSAL AREA

Disposal Pit and Dry Well

Cost

$194K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Sep 2018

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

Current groundwater data for this location is associated with the surrounding landfill (LF-02) in which groundwater along with its contaminants is potentially discharging into South Run.
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer (Pinelands) and may be used for drinking water.

Soil: Low Risk

Hazardous Substances

SS-36 BUILDING 2300 SERIES AND 3200 SERIES

Spill Site Area

Cost

$7.51M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Dec 2018

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

The site contains six VOCs (benzene, chloroform, cis-1,2-dichloroethene, methylene chloride, tetrachloroethene, and vinyl chloride) as Constituents of Potential Concern in groundwater. Two SVOCs were identifieds as COPC.
The groundwater at the site is classified as a Class 1 aquifer.

Hazardous Substances

LANDFILL UNDER RAMP, LANDFILL 1

Landfill

Cost

$666K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Sep 2017

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2047

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

Groundwater flows north 1000 feet downgradient toward South Run. The primary migratory pathway of contamination is therefore transfer of contaminants from groundwater to surface water.
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer in the Pinelands region of New Jersey and may potentially be used for drinking water. Portions of South Run are accessible to the public.

Hazardous Substances

SS-35 BUILDINGS 1908, 1925, 1929, 1931, 1932, AND

Spill Site Area

Cost

$1.29M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Sep 2021

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

Groundwater at Building 1908 is impacted with two VOCs which were above the Practical Quantitative Limit but below the Maximum Contaminant Levels.For Buidings 1925, 1929, 1931, 1932, and 1937, groundwater was impacted by one VOC (benzene), four SVOCs, and
Groundwater at this site is classiified as a Class 1 aquifer.

Hazardous Substances

SS-39 BUILDING 3300 SERIES AND BUILDING 3362

Spill Site Area

Cost

$751K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Jun 2018

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2047

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

In the 3300 Area, one VOC (1,1,1-trichloroethane) in groundwater was found above Practical Quantitative Limit. The groundwater in the vicinity of Building 3362 was contaminated with a VOC (1,1,1-trichloroethane) at a concentration exceeding the Practical
The groundwate in the area is classifed as a Class 1 aquifer.

Contaminants:
1,1,1-Trichloroethane 34.0 ug/L

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Hazardous Substances

Low Risk

Contaminated:
Groundwater

Site ID: OT010

CIVIL ENGINEERING COMPOUND

Surface Disposal Area

Cost

$1.84M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Mar 2019

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2053

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

The primary pathway of contamination at OT-10 is through the potential transfer from groundwater to the nearby drainage ditch (surface waters), ultimately leading to South Run.
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer. Although OT-10 is partially limited by chain link fencing around 3 sides, access to the nearby drainage ditch is not restricted to base personnel.

Contaminants:
Cadmium and compounds 8.5 ug/L

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Hazardous Substances

Low Risk

Contaminated:
Groundwater

Site ID: SS030

SS-30 SOUTH OF BUILDINGS 2251, 2253 (APRON HYDRAN

Spill Site Area

Cost

$736K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Jun 2017

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2046

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

Groundwater Class I aquifer, surface soil, precipitation runoff
Groundwater in the vicinity of the site is classified as a Class I aquifer.

Hazardous Substances

SS-33 BUILDINGS 1750, 1751

Spill Site Area

Cost

$760K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Jun 2017

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2046

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

Minimal potential exists for the contaminants in groundwater to transfer to nearby surface water.
Groundwater in the area is classified as a Class I aquifer in the Pinelands region of New Jersey. This area is highly disturbed by human activity, highly industrialized, and no ecological habitat exists on the site.

Contaminants:
Xylene (Mixed) 1.8 ug/L

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Hazardous Substances

Low Risk

Contaminated:
Groundwater

Site ID: SS034

SS-34 BUILDINGS 1708, 1800 SERIES

Spill Site Area

Cost

$2.07M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Jun 2019

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

The groundwater is impacted by VOCs and SVOCs. The groundwater is not used as drinking water supply. The closest surface water body which would receive groundwater discharge and provide an exposure pathway is about 800 ft northeast.
Groundwater is classified as a Class 1 aquifer.

SS-37 BUILDING 2415

$119K

Jun 2018

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

In groundwater, benzene was found above the cancer Risk Based Concentration (RBC). There is a nearby stream.
Groundwater in the area is classified as a Class 1 aquifer.

Contaminants:
Benzene 2.9 ug/L

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Hazardous Substances

Low Risk

Contaminated:
Soil

Site ID: SS042

SS-42 CENTRAL HEAT PLANT (BUILDING 2101)

Spill Site Area

Cost

$1.89M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Nov 2018

This site is under ongoing monitoring until Sep 2053

Contaminated Areas

Soil: Low Risk

Arsenic (21.4 mg/kg) was found above cancer Risk Based Concentration of 3.8 mg/kg in the surface soil. No groundwater samples were taken.
The area is highly disturbed by human activity and highly industrialized.

Contaminants:
Arsenic 0.0214 mg/kg

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Hazardous Substances

Low Risk

Contaminated:
Groundwater

Site ID: SS041

SS-41 FACILITIES 1940, 1942, 1943

Spill Site Area

Cost

$77K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Jun 2017

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

One VOC (1,1,1-trichloroethane) was found above Practical Quantative Limit in groundwater. No SVOCs or pesticides were found in groundwater.
Groundwater in the area is classified as a Class 1 aquifer.

Soil: Low Risk

Hazardous Substances

MISSILE SITE JP-X DISCHG PIT

Disposal Pit and Dry Well

Cost

$2.9M

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Jun 2018

Contaminated Areas

Groundwater: Low Risk

The primary pathway of contamination is the potential migration of contaminants through groundwater and ultimate discharge to Elisha Branch a stream located approximately 0.5 miles from the discharge pit.
Groundwater near the site is classified as a Class I aquifer in the Pinelands. The discharge pit has limited human exposure due to a fence surrounding the BOMARC Facility; however, Elisha Branch is accessible to the public.

Hazardous Substances

UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK SITE E078

$58K

Apr 2017

Hazardous Substances

Risk Not Evaluated

Site ID: TU080

UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK SITE E080

Underground Storage Tanks

Cost

$58K

Cost in 2015 plus expected future cost of cleanup

Final Cleanup Action

Apr 2017

10 Inactive Sites

Sites where military cleanup actions are complete, according to the DOD. Note that this status does not necessarily mean the site is no longer hazardous, as many of these sites are put under long-term monitoring or other restrictions.

Groundwater: Risk Not Evaluated

Sediment (Ecological): Risk Not Evaluated

Sediment (Human): Risk Not Evaluated

Soil: Risk Not Evaluated

Surface Water: Risk Not Evaluated

Surface Water (Ecological): Risk Not Evaluated

Hazardous Substances

Response Complete

Contaminated:
Soil

Site ID: RW001

BOMARC MISSILE ACCIDENT AREA

Radioactive Waste Area

Cost

Unknown

Final Cleanup Action

Aug 2009

Contaminated Areas

Soil: Medium Risk

Plutonium binds to soil matrix.
Site access is controlled through fences, signs, and security patrols. Vast majority of the radionuclides are covered by asphalt and concrete. See Armstrong Lab Consultative Letter, AL/OE-Cl-1995=-181, for details on 19-22 Sep 94 radiological survey.

Hazardous Substances

LEAD CONTAMINATION AT BLDG. 2837 (HOUSING)

Unknown Site Type

Cost

Unknown

Final Cleanup Action

Dec 2005

Contaminated Areas

Soil: Risk Not Evaluated

Contaminants:
Lead (Tetraethyl) 238.0 mg/kg

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Update (Dec. 5, 2017): We have changed the source of the installation cost data after being notified by the Department of Defense that they erroneously reported their own cost figures on the DERP website. We are now displaying the costs the department says are the most accurate available, from the Pentagon’s DERP database that we received in a FOIA request.

Note: The risk level of a site refers to a relative risk assessment made by the DOD to prioritize the cleanup of sites.